Don't Trust the Hamster

<p><strong>Don't Trust the Hamster</strong></p><p>Everyone says Ella's too little to handle big responsibilities. She's determined to prove them wrong. When a neighbor asks her to pet-sit for the weekend Ella jumps at the chance. It sounds easy: feed the fish refill the hamster's water and give the parrot a cracker. But easy quickly turns into a weekend full of surprises.</p><p>Sir Bubbles is a goldfish with way too much energy. Meatball the hamster always seems to be plotting something. Disco the parrot has a knack for making trouble at exactly the wrong moment. Before long Ella discovers that pet-sitting isn't just about food and water. It's about patience persistence and finding the courage to handle chaos head-on.</p><p>Don't Trust the Hamster is a laugh-out-loud chapter book filled with humor heart and mischievous animals that kids will instantly love. With short fast-paced chapters and plenty of action it's the perfect choice for children who are moving from picture books to independent reading.</p><p>Why kids will love it:</p><p> • Funny adventures that feel larger than life</p><p> • Pets who act like partners in mischief</p><p> • A main character who proves that being small doesn't mean you can't do big things</p><p> • A story that's easy to pick up and hard to put down</p><p>Why parents and teachers will love it:</p><p> • Encourages independence responsibility and problem-solving in a playful way</p><p> • Ideal for ages 6 to 9 and perfect for reluctant readers</p><p> • Engaging vocabulary that works for classrooms book clubs or bedtime reading</p><p> • A lighthearted story that entertains while supporting reading growth</p><p>Fans of Bad Kitty Junie B. Jones and Dog Man will feel right at home with Ella and her unpredictable weekend. The mix of humor chaos and charm makes this a book kids will beg to read again and again.</p><p>Don't Trust the Hamster is a funny and heartwarming chapter book for ages 6 to 9. Packed with energy silliness and just the right amount of chaos it's a story about proving yourself discovering confidence and learning that even the smallest voices can handle the biggest challenges.</p>